Chinese
jié
Meaning: to form (ice, fruit, etc.); to freeze
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

湖面在寒冷的冬日裡結了一層厚厚的冰。
湖面在寒冷的冬日里结了一层厚厚的冰。
A thick layer of ice formed on the lake surface during the cold winter day.
蜘蛛結了一張網。
The spider spun a web.
湖面上結了一層厚厚的冰。
A thick layer of ice has formed on the lake surface.
他在離開前結了帳。
He settled the bill before leaving.
兩國決定結盟,共同保護邊境。
The two countries decided to form an alliance and protect the border together.

Usage Notes

Refers to the process of liquid freezing or solidifying into a state.

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